New Haredi Party Chair to Announce Future Amidst Political Maneuvering
Translated & summarized from Srugim by baba
Moty Leitner, chairman of the new Haredi Public party, will soon make a special statement, fueling speculation about his potential withdrawal from the election. The party is seen as a potential recipient of votes that could otherwise be lost below the electoral threshold. Leitner stated that Prime Minister Netanyahu has asked him to withdraw, but he is awaiting commitments from Haredi parties on supporting Netanyahu's promised reforms.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Moty Leitner, chairman of the new Haredi Public party, will soon make a special statement.
- The Haredi Public party is seen as a potential recipient of votes for the right-wing bloc.
- Leitner stated Prime Minister Netanyahu asked him to withdraw from the race.
- Leitner is awaiting commitments from Haredi parties on supporting Netanyahu's reforms.
- Benny Gantz recently announced his withdrawal from the election race.
Moty Leitner, chairman of the new Haredi Public party, has announced he will soon make a special statement to the press, sparking speculation about his potential withdrawal from the political race. The Haredi Public party has been identified by the right-wing bloc as a potential destination for votes that could otherwise fall below the electoral threshold. This development follows Benny Gantz's recent announcement of his withdrawal from the election race and the dissolution of his Blue and White party. The right-wing bloc has intensified pressure on "swing" parties within its own ranks, with the Haredi Public party being a target, alongside the primary objective of securing the withdrawal of Ofer Winter.
Leitner revealed that he has received significant offers from Prime Minister Netanyahu to step down. "Netanyahu asked me last night to withdraw," Leitner stated. He clarified that discussions about operational steps are premature as long as the Haredi parties have not committed to supporting the reforms and initiatives Netanyahu has promised to advance for the Haredi public.
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